Application A1241 - Pectinesterase from GM Aspergillus oryzae as a processing aid (Call for Submissions)

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has assessed an application made by AB Enzymes GmbH to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code to permit pectinesterase from a genetically modified strain of Aspergillus oryzae containing the pectinesterase gene from Aspergillus tubingensis, as a processing aid. Pectinesterase is used in the manufacture and/or processing of fruit and vegetable juices/products; and in the production of coffee, flavouring substances and wine. FSANZ has prepared a draft food regulatory measure. Pursuant to section 31 of the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act), FSANZ now calls for submissions to assist consideration of the draft food regulatory measure.